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Monday, February 16, 2015

The Check List

Hello Readers! Did you all have a happy Valentines day weekend? It was cold here and it flurried. Did I mention it was cold? I looked up the weather for Florida this week and gasped when I saw that it was going to be 54 degrees one day during our trip. This made me want to re-think some of the things I was going to pack.

Since I didn't go anywhere this weekend, I got a start on my packing for Disney. If you know me, you know that I thrive on organization and I love lists. I intend to carry-on my luggage so it is very important that everything is organized. I decided to put a list together to help me visually see what all I needed and how I would pack it. Since I put the list together, I figured I'd share it in hopes it would help someone else who is packing for a race-cation.

I have to divide my stuff up in separate categories and then each category gets put in its own gallon ziplock bag.

2. Snack Bags: In this bag I pack my Honey Stingers and any other race fuel I need ( remember GU's are considered a liquid and need to be in a separate ziplock bag. I also pack packs of oatmeal and some Clif bars so I can eat them for breakfast before the race. Food courts will not be open at 3am.

3. Race Day outfits: I'm sure you've heard this one before, but I've packed each outfit for each race in its own ziplock bag. EVERYTHING that will go on for that race including the tank, shorts, skirt, sports bra, undies, socks, sweatyband, arm sleeves, compression sleeves, and hair ties. There is one bag for each race.

4. Running essentials. There are a few things I won't be able to get by without. Tiger balm and IBprofen are two of them. You may need KT tape, biofreeze, or a few other things. Also my hand held water bottle will be packed in this bag. Be sure to check out this list of items to bring with you to the start of the race.

5. Cosmetics and personal items.

6. Electronics. Runners have a LOT of stuff to plug in ( Garmin, Ipod, Phone, Camera, etc). I keep all my cords together in a ziplock bag so I can easily find them.

Of course I then throw in the rest of the clothes I plan to wear during the week. Since this crazy weather has come into play, I'm still struggling on how many cold weather items I want to bring.

I Also wrote a post last year called "What I'm packing and NOT packing" which might be helpful if you are carrying on and trying to save some space too. There are a few things that you just wont need to bother bringing.

Your packing method is brilliant! Normally all my races are local or I drive to them, so I can just throw everything I need in my car. But if I ever have to fly to a race, I will have to remember the ziploc method!

This trip packing is a little tougher since it will be cold on Friday when we arrive. Guess I need to wear long pants and a jacket! We also have used the Ziplock bag trick for ages and I really love the compression bags made for travel!

It's hard to jam everything in to a carry-on bag when you're a runner...that is, if you plan to wear street clothes, too. Looks like you've got a great handle on this - now I just hope the weather cooperates for you and doesn't get too cold!

Great list. Some people have told me not to take ibuprofen for running because it's harmful, but I find tylenol does nothing for me. You seem to be okay with taking it? Do you take it during your run or after?

I am a terrible packer! When I went to Chicago for my marathon I brought GIANT GIANT bag because I wanted everything with me. Looks like you have it down! Thanks for the tips.Some of my favorite Disney days have actually been 50 degrees b/c the parks are less crowded!

I am going to keep this open as I get my things together tomorrow! Of course I can't get out for Ziplocs now...so much snow here :( Hopefully by the end of the week I can. I guess I better bring a heavier jacket just in case!

We have had 2 beautiful weekends back to back here and I hope we have another one! I am volunteering at the expo on Thursday (don't know when you are coming in) I hope I see you! You are super organized and I will totally use the zip lock bag per outfit suggestion! I hope you have a blast and come on down!

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We are two sisters who are runners and Disney lovers. On this blog we tell our stories of traveling, training, races, ( and a few tips we've learned along the way). We talk about products we've tried and all the things that bring us joy (including our yellow Labradors). Thanks for visiting and we hope you enjoy what you read.